Recently we were able to enjoy a multitudinous visit to the new faculty of Health Sciences of the Public University of Navarra, Emblematic building with wooden structure built mainly by partner companies:
– Architecture: Bryaxis Architects and VArquitectos
– Construction: UTE de Osés Construcción y Mariezcurrena
– Timber structure of Madergia
– Double wall of VIGUETAS NAVARRAS
– Engineering, Dasein Engineers, SEI Structural System technical office
Details of the new Faculty of Health Sciences at the Public University of Navarra (UPNA):
- Location: It will be located on the Avenida de Barañáin of Pamplona.
- Opening: It is scheduled for September 2025.
- Users: It will welcome students from the degrees of Medicine, Nursing and Psychology, as well as students from the masters in the health field.
- Innovation and sustainability: bryaxis architects and VArquitectos have designed an innovative and sustainable building, using the BIM methodology (Building Information Modeling).
- Distribution of space:
- Ground floor: It will contain the main entrances, the lobby, the cafeteria-dining room and an anatomy area with a teaching classroom.
- Plants from the first to the third: Intended mainly for teaching and research use, with classrooms, laboratories, computer room/ microscopy, offices, changing rooms and toilets. The first floor will also house an Auditorium-style Grade Room.
- Fourth floor: Designed as a diaphanous space for possible future developments.
- Cost and time: The building will cost 30.2 million euros (including VAT), has a surface of 13,504 m2 distributed between ground floor and four heights and will be executed within 28 months.
In addition, the project focuses on sustainability and accessibility:
- Sustainability:
- Positive Energy: The building is designed to generate more energy than it consumes, which is a significant achievement. The elimination of fossil fuels is a crucial step towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.
- Regenerative Wood: Using wood as a building material is a smart choice. With almost 10,000 m2 built of wood, it ensures that no irreplaceable natural resources are exhausted. In addition, wood is an emission-absorbing material which contributes to the reduction of environmental impact.
- Design for Wellness: The pandemic has influenced the design, and architects have created a space that prioritizes well-being. Adequate ventilation, abundant natural light and outdoor spaces will foster a healthy environment for students and staff.